Mar 3, 2020

The standard Toyota Tacoma is a practical and reliable rig, but post-market upgrades provide the ultimate off-road performance. Here’s how to transform your Tacoma with accessories to make it more rugged, capable and safe.

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Brush Guard

A brush guard adds extra protection to the radiator and front of your truck for an accidental bump to a tree or collision with an animal. It fully integrates with the headlights and airbags and can serve as a platform for other accessories such as a winch.

Better Tires

Bigger tires are a simple and essential upgrade, with the Ko2 being a favorite for a couple of decades. This is because they’re good both on the road and off, unlike some all-terrain tires that get loud and squirrely on the pavement.

Bumper Upgrade

A bumper upgrade provides extra protection in the rear and will improve your Tacoma’s departure to prevent scraping on steep grades. Swing-out arms also ensure easy access to the bed.

Winch

Winches and other vehicle recovery tools come in a variety of strengths and sizes, with the rule of thumb being to get a pulling power 1.5 times higher than the weight of your truck.

Rooftop Bars

Rooftop bars are great for hauling skis, bikes, and kayaks and provide a versatile platform with wide rails that run the entire length and width of your cab or shell – also great for stabilizing a rooftop tent.

Drawer System

Drawer systems offer a highly durable and custom-configured way to lock away your gear, and due to their weather-resistance, they can be used without a topper.

When you add larger tires and extra weight to your Tacoma, you sacrifice performance, and the best way to increase it is by regearing, meaning you go with a different gear ratio on the front and rear differentials. This prompts the engine to run with a more efficient RPM, ensuring that you get the maximum power both on and off the freeway.

Marianna Toyota has all the Genuine Toyota accessories for your brand new or quality pre-owned Tacoma. Visit our dealership at 2961 Pennsylvania Avenue Marianna, FL 32448 or give us a call at (850) 526-3511.